Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and families across Oxfordshire?
We’re inviting passionateBand 8b Clinical Psychologiststo be part of ourinnovative Community Family Clinic initiative, a bold new chapter in therapeutic care led by our highly respectedmulti-disciplinary Clinical Team.
Why Join Us?
* Led by Excellence: Work under the guidance of a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and benefit from monthly reflective practice sessions facilitated by the renownedArlene Vetere, Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Family Therapist.
* Supportive Culture: We prioritise wellbeing and collaboration through regular team meetings, supervision, and a strong team ethos.
* Professional Growth: Enjoy dedicated CPD funding, opportunities to supervise doctoral trainees from Oxford University, and contribute to cutting-edge research and service innovation.
* Creative Practice: Our therapeutic centre in central Oxford offers outdoor interventions with mountain bikes, canoes, camping gear, and Land Rovers—bringing therapy into nature in truly transformative ways.
* Outstanding Employer: Oxfordshire County Council offers generous conditions includingAgenda for Change salary,pension scheme, andrelocation support.
About the Role
As a Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist, you’ll lead clinical input in one of three localities, working alongside a Family Therapist and Psychological Practitioner. You’ll collaborate with colleagues across the Clinical Team and theFamily Solutions Service (FSS), supporting vulnerable children and families aged 0–19.
Your work will focus on preventing family breakdown and promoting resilience through:
* Specialist psychological assessments and interventions
* Trauma-informed, systemic, and developmental approaches
* Innovative tools likeVideo Interaction Guidance,MBT, andCBT
* Leadership in research and publication—our team has already contributed to academic papers and an upcoming book chapter on safety in residential care
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
* Curious and compassionate, with a strong commitment to trauma-informed care
* Collaborative and reflective, thriving in a team that values openness and shared learning
* Driven by evidence and innovation, eager to explore new ways of supporting families
* Passionate about prevention, believing in the potential of families to grow and thrive
We’d love to meet you and hear about the unique skills and experience you bring—and how we can support your development in this exciting role.
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